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From one of Ischia’s most historic and revered producers, the 2025 Casa d'Ambra “Frassitelli” is a benchmark expression of high-altitude, volcanic Biancolella. Sourced from the island's most famous, steeply-terraced cru, this is a stunningly pure and mineral-driven white. The nose is bright, precise, and intensely aromatic, with notes of lemon zest, green apple, and white flowers, layered over a powerful core of crushed flint, smoke, and a distinct sea-spray salinity. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied, taut, and energetic, with a vibrant, almost electric acidity that frames the pristine citrus and orchard fruit flavors. The finish is exceptionally long, clean, and resonant, echoing with notes of Mediterranean herbs and that unmistakable volcanic, stony quality. A magnificent and singular white that perfectly captures the essence of Ischia’s heroic viticulture.

From one of Ischia’s most historic producers, the 2025 Casa d’Ambra Falanghina is a vibrant and wonderfully fresh expression of this classic Campanian grape. Sourced from mainland vineyards, this wine is bright and aromatic, with notes of crisp green apple, lemon zest, and white peach, accented by a hint of white flowers and wet stone. On the palate, it’s light-bodied and zesty, with a lively, mouthwatering acidity that frames the clean, juicy fruit flavors. The finish is clean and refreshing with a touch of saline minerality, making this an incredibly versatile and food-friendly white, perfect for seafood or as a classic aperitivo.

This is one of the most charming and distinct red blends you will find from Campania, and a brilliant introduction to the historic Ocone estate. If you love the power of Aglianico but want something approachable enough for tonight's dinner, the "Bozzovich Nero" is your answer. A blend of Aglianico and Piedirosso (the grape responsible for the soft, aromatic wines of Vesuvius), this wine offers the best of both worlds. The Aglianico provides the structure and depth, while the Piedirosso adds a layer of softness, perfume, and drinkability that makes this wine incredibly versatile.

A creamy aglianico that has aromas of plums, dark cherries, licorice, chocolate and oranges, overlaid with mineral freshness. It’s medium- to full-bodied with polished tannins and excellent drinkability. Drink or hold. (CN)

The 2024 Fiano di Avellino opens with a vibrant burst of crushed yellow apples, raw almonds, white flowers and citrus-y spice. The palate is juicy to the core with brisk acidity and ripe orchard fruits. A pretty inner sweetness offsets a salty mineral inflection toward the close as hints of sour lime fade. (EG)

Fontanavecchia is based in Torrecuso, in Campania’s Benevento province, at the heart of Sannio wine country. The area takes its name from the ancient Samnites. The estate’s 2025 “Bjondore” carries the Falanghina del Sannio designation, linking one of Campania’s longstanding white grape varieties to this historic inland growing area.

Campania is a historic stronghold of Aglianico, the red grape at the heart of the region’s Taurasi appellation. Pietracupa’s 2020 “Quirico” is a Campanian Aglianico, connecting this wine to a long-established grape-growing tradition in southern Italy.

Fiano di Avellino gained DOCG status in 2003, formalizing its place among Italy’s most tightly regulated wine appellations. Its vineyards lie in Irpinia, the hilly interior of Campania around Avellino. Sarno 1860’s 2021 “Erre” is a Riserva from this appellation, where Fiano is the principal white grape.

Vivid dark ruby color, with aromas of blueberry jelly, earth, black truffles, toasted pepper and chocolate. Velvety on the palate, with juicy acidity, a full body and very good fruit concentration. Great complexity and polish in the finish. Drink or hold. (AF)

Complex and deep character with ripe blackberries, raisins, dried roses, dark chocolate, toasted walnuts, dark licorice and wild mushrooms with a little bit of tar. Full-bodied, layered and compact with a broad and velvety tannin structure that lasts long on the palate. Classy, reserved style with hits of sweet tobacco at the end. Needs three to four years to completely come together. (AS)

The 2023 Terra di Lavoro is an understated beauty, with a perfumed and complex bouquet of crushed violets, geraniums, sweet smoke, sage and blackberries. It’s youthfully dense and tightly wrapped with nearly velvety textures, sleek red/black fruits and a slight citrus twang. Inner rose tones appear through the long and structured finale, where a bump of brisk acidity offsets grippy tannins and notes of red plum. This is a unique vintage for Terra di Lavoro: a cooler, rainy year, with a lower percentage of Piedirosso in the blend and less total production, due to the loss of 3.5 hectares to wild boars. That said, the 2023 is exceptional. (EG) 97+

Il Gusto di Amalfi makes fine liqueurs from local products in the Amalfi Coast town of Praiano. This area is famous for growing citrus, and proprietors Valentino Esposito and Mario Anastasio take organically-grown local lemons and hand peel them with potato peelers, careful not to remove the pith of the fruit, which can contribute a bitterness typically found in larger commercial limoncellos. These skins are then macerated in grain alcohol to extract the pure lemon oils which is the hallmark of this high quality, boutique limoncello production.

Aglianico is a cornerstone of southern Italian viticulture, notably in Campania, where it is the principal grape of Taurasi DOCG. Pietracupa’s 2019 “Quirico” is a Campanian wine made from this variety, connecting it to one of the region’s defining red-wine traditions.

De Conciliis “Bacio al Cielo” is a juicy and delicious Aglianico wine. This showcases the grape’s more approachable side, although Aglianico is often known for its outstanding structure and potency. But this wine has a softer, fruitier character. This makes it the perfect match for casual gatherings and barbecues. On the nose, “Bacio al Cielo” greets you with aromas of ripe red and black fruits. Think blackberries, cherries and plums, with subtle herbal and spice notes. The taste of the wine is fresh and lively, with juicy fruit flavors and balanced acidity that make the wine bright and easy to pour. Although they have the tight tannins typical of Aglianico, they are softened by the wine’s natural juiciness. This makes the wine incredibly versatile and food-friendly… Located in the Cilento region of Campania, De Conciliis is known for their commitment to organic viticulture and producing wines that reflect the warmth and vibrancy of their terroir. “Bacio al Cielo” is a perfect example of this. It offers a more relaxed and approachable Aglianico style. than the variety but still retains its signature sophistication. This wine is the ideal choice for barbecues, grilled meats or even pizza nights. Due to its juicy nature and being liked by people. It is also a good introduction to Aglianico for those who might find its more powerful expressions too harsh. For anyone looking for a fun, juicy, deep and unique red, De Conciliis “Bacio al Cielo” is a great choice that will elevate any casual meal.

Marisa Cuomo is based in Furore, where vineyards cling to steep terraces above the Amalfi Coast. This 2024 rosato reflects the Costa d’Amalfi winegrowing area, connecting Campania’s viticultural tradition with one of Italy’s most dramatic coastal landscapes. The estate is renowned for sustaining cultivation on these demanding, sea-facing slopes.

The 2024 Ciro Picariello "906" Fiano di Avellino is a monumental, chiseled masterpiece that represents the absolute qualitative summit of Irpinia. Named after the specific, high-altitude plot (650 meters above sea level) in Summonte, where the vines grapple with a punishing, mineral-rich matrix of clay, volcanic ash, and fractured limestone, this single-vineyard bottling is built for the long haul. Ciro and his family treat this fruit with uncompromising purism: a slow, cold pressing, spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel, and a massive 12+ months on the fine lees before bottling without fining or filtration, avoiding any modern oak makeup to let raw terroir take center stage.

A fresh fiano with honeysuckle, flint, oyster shell and green pear aromas that follow through to a medium body, creamy texture and fruity finish. Lightly salty at the end. (JS)

The nose gleams with aromas of new leather, white peach, raw almond and lime that comfort and invigorate. Notes of honey dew, green apple and lemon join more limes and white peaches on an exuberant palate, before a nutty, grassy finish. (DC)

Deep ruby. Rich, deep nose of wild strawberry and cherry and more than a touch of tobacco leaf. Supple fruit with firm tannins. Long tactile finish were the acidity, tannins and fruit build a fantastic unity. (WS) 17++/20

Powerful and intense in aroma with a fine veneer of spicy oak, this accomplished Aglianico shows a pure and concentrated dark cherry fruit quality with real clarity of flavour and a rich middle. Its remarkably smooth texture is buoyed by subtle tannins and juicy balancing acidity for a fine, savoury finish. (AR)

The 2021 Irpinia Aglianico Cinque Querce is deeply alluring with an almost feral bouquet of ash, embers, animal musk and mentholated herbs. It’s silken in feel and decidedly savory with citrus-tinged blackberry fruit and saline mineral tones. The long and structured finish leaves a pleasant chewiness and hints of blood orange to fade slowly. While labeled as an Irpinia Aglianico, the 2021 performs like a baby Taurasi. This shouldn’t be missed. (EG)

The nose energizes with aromas of lemon, lime, white flowers and crushed rocks. The palate contrasts with a leading note of bitter almond skin, which pushes the citrus towards an orange peel feel, but a drizzle of honey provides balance and sets up a finish of orange blossom honey that unifies and creates a round, filling mouthfeel. (DC)

Produced from Falanghina and Biancolella vines grown at 100m-750m overlooking the Tyrrhenian sea, Furore Bianco is a great way to experience Marisa’s beautiful wines – which include its flagship Fiorduva – at a lower price point. Intense and redolent of salty sea breezes, it’s full of energy and vertical in profile, exuding ripe flavours of apple, citrus zest, lime juice, melon and apricot. Do it full justice with a platter of seafood. (JB)

The 2025 Casa Setaro "Campanelle" Falanghina is a striking, deeply volcanic white that showcases the dramatic, high-altitude terroir of Vesuvius. Sourced from ungrafted (piede franco) vines rooted in pure volcanic ash, pumice, and black lapilli within the Vesuvius National Park, Massimo Setaro handles this fruit entirely in stainless steel with extended lees aging. This approach completely avoids oak makeup to let the raw, high-toned tension of the volcanic sands take center stage.

Pietracupa's Greco di Tufo is a distinguished white wine from Campania, Italy, crafted exclusively from the Greco grape variety. The vineyards are situated in the province of Avellino, renowned for its volcanic soils and high-altitude terrain, which contribute to the wine's distinctive minerality and complexity. In the glass, this wine presents a light, bright, and intense straw-yellow color. The nose offers a complex tapestry of rare and delicate aromas, including hedgerow, nectarines, kumquats, ferns, sage, white pepper, and ginger. On the palate, it is elegant with mineral rocky fragrances and a deep mouthfeel, tasty, vibrant with a very long finish. Pietracupa's Greco di Tufo is versatile in food pairings, complementing pasta dishes, soups, medium-ripe cheeses, white meat, and grilled fish. This wine exemplifies the winery's dedication to producing high-quality wines that reflect the authentic character of their terroir.

Fiano di Avellino is one of Campania’s DOCG appellations, centered on the province of Avellino in the region’s mountainous interior. I Favati’s 2024 Pietramara highlights Fiano, a historic white grape closely associated with this part of southern Italy and protected through the appellation’s established geographic and production standards.

This is super silky and elegant aglianico with a deep and dense core of ripe red and black fruit. Full-bodied with beautifully embedded, fine-grained tannins and a long, controlled finish. Just a little pull on the mouth right at the end, so probably best to give it another year or two, if you can resist. Best from 2024.

Bid on this 7-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 2001 Gulfi "NeroBufaleffj" Nero d'Avola Sicilia, 1-bottle of 2002 Feudo Maccari "Saia" Nero d'Avola Sicilia, 2-bottles of 2003 Feudi di San Gregorio "Serpico" Irpinia (92RP, 91WE, 90WS), 1-bottle of 2003 Fuedo Maccari Nero d'Avola Sicilia Saia (90WS), 1-bottle of 2004 Firriato "Harmonium" Nero d'Avola Sicilia, and 1-bottle of 2012 Pietratorcia Ischia Biancolella . Of the 2003 Feudi di San Gregorio "Serpico" Irpinia, Wine Advocate writes: "The 2003 is a fascinating Serpico. The wine boasts impressive concentration in its dark, rich fruit. This is an incredibly primary Serpico, with little in the way of tertiary development. Ideally, it is best left alone for another few years, but readers fortunate enough to own this are in for a thrilling ride once the wine opens up a bit. Today it remains tightly coiled but full of potential. (AG) 92+ " (08/2010)

Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2007 Fattoria Galardi "Terra Di Lavoro" Roccamonfina (97RP, 92WS). Wine Advocate: "The 2007 Terra di Lavoro emerges from the glass with an array of floral red fruit, spices, berries and minerals. It is an especially forward, opulent Terra di Lavoro bursting with exuberance. There is something viscerally thrilling about the 2007, perhaps because Terra di Lavoro is typically so reticent when it is young. Not here. This is an open, wonderfully expressive vintage. The only thing left to wonder is if the wine will ever shut down in bottle. For now, readers who want to understand what makes Terra di Lavoro such a pedigreed wine may want to start here. Readers who prefer a firmer style will likely gravitate towards the 2006 or 2008, but this is a flat-out great bottle of wine with an explosive personality that carries through to the long, intensely satisfying finish... (AG)" (08/2010)

Piedirosso is an indigenous Campanian grape whose name means “red feet,” a reference to its reddish stems and their resemblance to a pigeon’s foot—also reflected in the local synonym Per’ e Palummo. Enoz’s 2024 “Tra Cielo e Terra” places this distinctive regional variety at the center of a Campanian red.

The Ciro Picariello "Contadino" Fiano Brut is a vibrant and unconventional sparkling wine made using the traditional method (Metodo Classico). The nose is crisp and saline, offering notes of green apple, citrus zest, and toasted hazelnut, with a distinct smoky minerality typical of Irpinia. On the palate, it is bone-dry and racy, featuring a fine, persistent mousse and electric acidity. The finish is clean, sharp, and savory, making it an excellent, characterful alternative to Champagne or Franciacorta.

Distinctly savory, the 2020 Fiano di Avellino Sarno 1860 Emme lifts from the glass with an array of crushed rocks and flowery underbrush, further complicated by hints of hazelnut before giving way to freshly sliced pear. This envelops the palate with ripe orchard fruits and sweet inner herbal tones, perfectly balanced by brisk acidity. Minerality comes through on the finish—stony and flinty yet not severe, as notes of green melon and chamomile resonate on. Today, the 2020 emme is built on elegance, having spent another year in bottle since I last tasted it. Truly stunning. Frankly, it's hard not to drink this instead of just tasting it. (EG)

#1 - Wine Enthusiast: An irresistibly savory nose with hot tar, low tide and petrol, then bursts with juicy, almost spicy figs and plums. The palate turns warmer and sweeter with bright ripe red berries and citrus, bound up in sleek tannins are nonetheless powerful, polished wrought iron. The Stiléma project has always been intriguing, and this Taurasi only adds to the excitement. (DC)

The 2017 Rossobruno Greco di Tufo is a mature, mineral-driven white from Campania that showcases the impressive aging potential of the Greco grape. Now nearly nine years old, it has moved past its primary fruit phase into a more savory, sophisticated profile. It presents a deep straw-yellow color with a complex nose of baked golden apple, dried apricot, and toasted almonds. On the palate, the high acidity characteristic of the 2017 vintage remains well-integrated, supporting a rich texture and a distinct, dusty volcanic minerality derived from the sulfur-rich tuff soils of the region. The finish is long and slightly bitter, with lingering notes of honey and flint.

A super-intense and perfumed wine with aromas of freshly ground black pepper, smoke, forest floor and earthy minerality. Full-bodied, it show density and velvety tannins that are well tamed and integrated, with slightly leafy flavors and balancing acidity. There is a lot of freshness and even elegance in this wine. Drinkable now, but best from 2026. (AF)

Fiano di Avellino takes its name from the Fiano grape and the inland Campanian town of Avellino, in the area known as Irpinia. Ciro Picariello’s 2025 white represents this southern Italian appellation, which earned DOCG status in 2003 and is dedicated to one of Campania’s historic native white varieties.

The nose is a teenager's exhilaration on a summer night out, as the innocent aromas of vanilla, lemon and toasted nuts are left behind in favor of cigarette smoke, leather jackets and hot pavement. On the palate, however, childhood refuses to be left behind entirely, as afternoon snacks of apples and almonds lead into a finish that's deep and toasty, like the feeling of falling asleep in the car and knowing your parents will carry you in. At first blush, could pass for Burgundy. (DC)

Clelia Romano’s Colli di Lapio is based around Lapio, northeast of Avellino, in the hills of Campania. The 2025 Fiano di Avellino is made entirely from estate-grown Fiano, from south-facing vineyards at 480–580 meters on calcareous clay soils of volcanic origin. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel. The wine remains in steel for six to eight months, including four to six months on its lees. The first vintage of this bottling was 1994.

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2001 Feudi di San Gregorio "Serpico" Irpinia (95DC, 94WS, 92RP). Decanter: "At over 20 years old now, this 2001 is starting to mellow. Dried black fruits and a touch of meatiness marry together with fragrant potpourri and intense, almost jammy red fruits. Fine, sandy tannins and good acidity bracket the fruit and lead to a succulent and very aromatic finish of forest berries and dried fruits, with touches of cream, leather and wood. Still has another decade ahead of it. (JB)" (10/2023)

Fabulous aromas of crushed berries, wet earth, spice and dried meat. Some black pepper as well. It’s full-bodied and layered with plenty of fruit and a juicy finish. A gorgeous young Taurasi. One for the cellar, but delicious already.

The 2000 Pàtrimo marks the debut of Feudi di San Gregorio's new label design. A traditional front label was replaced by a small square that underlined a revolutionary approach. The label flaunts its stark minimalism and Spartan elegance. Copycat labels would soon appear throughout Italy and across the wider world of wine. The 2000 vintage saw a very cold winter and lower than average temperatures throughout much of the growing season. The cool climate is evident in this Merlot, because this vintage offers a level of tannic astringency and tightness that you don't get in the other wines presented in this vertical. The body of the wine also feels less extracted and more streamlined as a result. Dark prune and dried fig flavors are followed by spice and toasted wood (this vintage was aged in new French barrique for 24 months). Because of the wine's structural power, this vintage promises more longevity. (ML)